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Welcome to Wales
Welcome to Wales
A place of picturesque towns, villages and countryside, Wales is an ideal location for group travellers. From museums and castles, to christmas cheer, you’ll find plenty to keep you entertained.
Climb every mountain
Snowdon Mountain Railway opens its Snowdon Summit Visitor Centre in May 2008, and it’s the ideal destination for group visitors. Travel through a landscape rich in wildlife, history, and myth as you climb up Snowdon – the highest mountain in England and Wales. You can also enjoy breathtaking views of North Wales and if you’re lucky, as far away as the Wicklow Mountains in Ireland and the Isle of Man. To find out more contact them on the details below.
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0870 458 0033
The perfect haven
If your group like to keep active on holiday then Haven is certainly worth a visit. They offer a range of professionally designed golf courses, fishing lakes, tennis courts, and horse-riding, as well as homely accommodation from top of the range Gold caravans, to the more economical Star range. Add to this the choice of self-catering, bed & breakfast and a fantastic range of facilities, and you have the recipe for a perfect getaway. You’ll find plenty of group benefits including extra meal options and a personal booking service to ease planning. To find out how groups can save 20% off 2008 bookings, contact them on the details below.
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0870 242 1111
Work of art
Take your group to join in the celebrations at the National Museum Wales, as it celebrates its centenary with a series of events and innovative exhibitions. Fine works by Monet, Cezanne, Rodin, and Van Gogh form part of an exhibition called Industry to Impressionism at National Museum Cardiff, and the re-erection and refurbishment of St Teilo’s Church at St Fagans: National History Museum will be completed in October 2007. Each national museum offers free entry, where groups can explore all aspects of how people in Wales have lived, worked and spent their leisure time. You can also go 300 feet underground with a real miner and see what life was like for the thousands of men who worked at the coal-face. For more details, contact the museum below.
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029 2057 3486
Soak up the view
Groups visiting Cardiff Castle are guaranteed an unforgettable experience, as the completion of the new Interpretation Centre finishes in March 2008. The centre will bring Cardiff Castle’s history to life in a truly captivating way, using the very latest technology. Within the building, the new shop and cafe will be a great place to relax and soak up the atmosphere, whilst the open-air roof terrace offers panoramic views of the castle grounds and the skyline of the city. Places to visit on your trip include a new audio-visual theatre presentation, which explores how the Romans, Normans, and Victorians left their mark on Cardiff Castle, plus a guided tour of the lavish Victorian Castle apartments, led by an experienced guide. For further details or to receive their Group Travel brochure, contact them on the details below.
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029 2087 8100
The heart of it
Brecknock Museum & Art Gallery is one of the finest and liveliest museums in Wales, and is a popular attraction for group visitors. First established in 1928, it now occupies an historic building at the heart of an outstandingly attractive area. Exhibits on show include Ancient Brecknock, which explores the Romans and Dark Ages, while more recent times are brought to life in the Townlife and Countrylife Galleries. These include Welsh furniture, a Victorian schoolroom, and many other items relating to the social history of the area. You can find out more about what’s on show by calling the number below.
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01874 624121
If you dare
Haunting Breaks is offering groups an exciting activity break at Ty Newydd Country Hotel, which includes an investigation into the ghosts of this atmospheric house and an insight into the life of King Arthur. This 2-night package gives you the chance to wine, dine and investigate in a style fit for any king. It also includes dinner, bed& breakfast, and a guided tour of South Wales on the trail of King Arthur. To book your group’s stay, contact Haunting Breaks on the details below.
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01686 420301
Way-to-go
Three new carriages have recently been delivered to the Welsh Highland Railway at Caernarfon, creating more space on the trains and increasing accommodation for groups. The carriages have been built at the Ffestiniog Railway’s Boston Lodge Works where the standards are high with double-glazing, varnished interiors, and special seating to give space for wheelchair users. On board you’ll be served refreshments from their friendly staff, who will be on hand to give information and anecdotes about things to be seen from the train window. Other catering packages are available for groups, which can be ordered when booking. For more information or to request a group brochure contact them on the details below.
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01766 516024
Tis the season...
Wales also comes alive at Christmas time, so why not take your group to a National Trust property to sample some of the local produce and buy some exciting festive gifts. They have some great discounts available for pre-booked groups of 15 or more. December events include a Christmas Food and Craft Fair at Llanerchaeron, Ceredigion, from 8 to 9 December 2007, a Carol Concert at Plas Newydd, Anglesey, on 9 December, and Christmas at Chirk Castle, Wrexham, on Saturday 8, 9, 15, and 16 December. They also have Christmas fun at various other National Trust locations. To find out more, contact the Trust on the details below.
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0870 458 4000